When it each semester, I think we all have the same goal: how can I be the most successful? Figuring out which ways to achieve this goal can be a struggle for many people but here are a few tips on how to potentially reach this goal. Each person has their own set schedule and routine to go about their everyday lives so these tips may have to very a little for some people.
- Set limitations for yourself.
When it comes to doing things that will ultimately lead to your success, it can sometimes be hard to fine the motivation to do them. It is known that we only push ourselves to do the things that fall within our interests so doing the things we have to do are usually not in our best interest. My tip for you here is to tell yourself you can’t do one thing unless you finish the other. Try making the thing that you will get after you complete your task something that you’ll look forward to. For example, tell yourself that you are not allowed to hang out with your friends until you finish your homework for that night, this will hopefully push you to finish your tasks easier.
2. Avoid procrastination.
Almost every college student I know is a culprit of procrastination. Procrastination is one of the easiest traps you can fall into and is also one of the main things that could distract you from your success. When it comes to procrastination, we always like to find other things to do that way we are too busy to do something else. With this procrastination comes the pit in your stomach knowing you must do something, the thought of what you must do always races in the back of your mind, and you don’t get rid of this feeling until you accomplish what you need to. Throughout my school years, I have learned that procrastination comes from distractions. To avoid procrastination, you need to learn to take yourself away from these distractions and focus on what you need to get done. For example, one of the biggest distractions we all face nowadays is our phones so try putting your phone away for at least an hour to start and see if you can accomplish the things that you need to.
3. Always work towards improvement.
When it comes to being successful, you often see people quite once they feel satisfied with the things they do. When it comes to finding your true success, be happy with your accomplishments but always push yourself to do better. It’s such an accomplishment when you exceed your own expectations so always pushing yourself to do better you will be shocked with the things you are